Barton: Pennsylvania Jobs Should be Filled by Hardworking Pennsylvanians
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) issued the following response to Gov. Josh Shapiro’s executive order to hire fired federal workers in Pennsylvania:
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Barton Appointed to Appropriations Subcommittee on Economic Impact and Infrastructure
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced today he’s been appointed to serve as a member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Economic Impact and Infrastructure. As the legislative session progresses, Appropriations Committee members are tasked with analyzing legislation through the lens of their respective subcommittees.
Barton: 124th District Fire, EMS Companies Awarded $423,000
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced today that fire and ambulance companies in the 124th Legislative District will collectively receive more than $423,000 in state grants to support their public safety mission.
Barton, Policy Committee Host Hearing on Stopping New Energy Taxes
ORWIGSBURG— Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill), Policy Committee Chairman David H. Rowe (R-Snyder/Union/Mifflin/Juniata), and other lawmakers hosted a hearing last Friday in Schuylkill County titled “Stopping New Energy Taxes” to analyze how unfavorable energy policies negatively impact consumers and businesses and drive investments outside of Pennsylvania.
Barton, Argall Announce Grant for Dredging Fisher’s Dam
HARRISBURG – The borough of Orwigsburg has been awarded a $125,000 state grant for the dredging of Fisher’s Dam, Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Schuylkill) and Sen. David Argall (R-29) announced today.
Argall, Barton: $647,000 Coming to Berks, Schuylkill Counties for Chesapeake Bay Watershed Cleanup
HARRISBURG - Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Jamie Barton (R-124) announced today the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection has awarded more than $647,000 to Berks and Schuylkill counties to reduce pollution and restore local streams, rivers and lakes in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.
Barton: Nearly $888,000 Awarded for Recreation, Conservation in 124th District
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR) has awarded nearly $888,000 to organizations in the 124th Legislative District for recreation and conservation projects. The funding comes from DCNR’s Community Conservation Partnerships Program.
Argall, Barton: $1.27 Million Awarded for Improvement Projects in 124th District
TAMAQUA – Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) and Rep. Jamie Barton (R-124) announced $1.27 million in state funding has been awarded for improvement projects in the 124th Legislative District. The funding is being awarded through the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP).
Gebhard, Barton to Host Veterans Appreciation Lunch
HAMBURG – Sen. Chris Gebhard (R-48) and Rep. Jamie Barton (R-124) invite veterans of the 48th Senatorial District to attend their veterans appreciation lunch on Saturday, Nov. 9, at Cabela’s, located at 100 Cabela Drive, Hamburg. Check-in begins at 11:30 a.m. with lunch and the program commencing at noon.
Barton Brings Back Nearly $5 Million to Schools, Municipalities in 124th District
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced he helped secure nearly $5 million in Local Share Account (LSA) grants and Public School Facility Improvement grants from the Commonwealth Financing Authority (CFA) for projects throughout the 124th Legislative District.
Barton’s Resolution Marking ‘Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Bird Migration Month’ Passes House
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced his resolution to designate October 2024 as "Hawk Mountain Sanctuary Bird Migration Month" in Pennsylvania has overwhelmingly passed the House.
Barton to Host Second Annual Senior Expo
WHAT: Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) will be hosting his expo for senior citizens. The expo gives older residents the opportunity to learn about resources and programs provided by state government, as well as local nonprofit and community groups in the area. Health care providers will also offer several health screenings.
Barton to Host Second Annual Senior Expo
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced he will host his second annual Senior Expo on Thursday, Sept. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Landingville Fire Company, located at 1 Firehouse Road in Landingville.
Barton to Hold Free License Plate Replacement Event
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) invites residents of the 124th Legislative District to replace their damaged or faded license plates for free.
Barton Blasts Irresponsible Budget Plan
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) issued this statement following House passage of a General Appropriations bill for the 2024-25 fiscal year:
Barton Hosts Dedication of D-Day 80th Anniversary Plaque
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) hosted a dedication of a plaque commemorating the 80th anniversary of the Allied Invasion of Normandy. The plaque has been placed under a red oak tree, which was planted June 6, 1984, on state Capitol grounds in Harrisburg in commemoration of the 40th anniversary of D-Day.
Barton to Host Dedication of D-Day 80th Anniversary Plaque
WHAT: Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) will join members of the Delewski family at a ceremony to dedicate a plaque they donated commemorating the 80th anniversary of the allied invasion of Normandy.
Barton Amendment to Increase Campaign Finance Transparency Approved
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced today a House bill requiring candidates for the General Assembly to file a sixth Tuesday pre-election campaign expense report, which includes an amendment from Barton, has passed the House. Barton’s amendment, which passed unanimously, would increase campaign finance transparency by requiring campaigns and campaign organization to itemize reimbursements on campaign finance reports.
Barton to Attend Famous Reading Outdoors’ UTV Donation to Minersville P.D.
Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) will join Sen. Dave Argall (R-29) at a ceremony held by Famous Reading Outdoors as they donate a Utility Task Vehicle (UTV) to the Minersville Police Department.
Veterans Invited to Barton’s Briefing with Etchberger Veterans Service Center
HARRISBURG - Rep. Jamie Barton (R-Berks/Schuylkill) announced he will be holding a briefing with the Etchberger Veterans Service Center of Berks County. A benefits educator and outreach coordinator will visit Barton’s district office in Hamburg to give veterans an overview of the benefits available to them.
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